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A driver was arrested after crashing his pickup truck into a barbershop in the Rice County community of Lyons. According to the Rice County Sheriff's Office, on Sunday at approximately 5:10 PM, deputies were dispatched to Hairtenders, a local barber shop, for a report of a vehicle crash. Upon arrival they found a vehicle had struck ...

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Salina Regional Health Center was recently presented the Yellow Brick Road Award by Project SEARCH–Kansas for its 15-year partnership as a business host site for the program, which teaches job skills to young adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities. According to the hospital, Salina Regional Health Center hosts the program in collaboration with the Central Kansas Cooperative in ...

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One of the largest music festivals in the midwest is relocating to a venue in Park City. Beginning in 2027 the Country Stampede will be at Gilley's. According to Kustom Entertainment Country Stampede Kansas celebrates its 30th anniversary on June 25-27, 2026, in Bonner Springs, Kansas. As part of the agreement, the 2027 edition of Country ...

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A Salina mother is in jail after her infant daughter was taken to the hospital with a methamphetamine overdose. Police Captain Jim Feldman tells KSAL News that on Friday morning, family members became concerned for the baby's life when 27-year-old Tiara Heitman arrived for a visit with her 8-month-old daughter. Heitman and the baby then rode with ...

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A Salina man was taken into custody after a domestic dispute on Sunday night. Police Captain Jim Feldman tells KSAL News that 20-year-old Cire Poole was arrested after a verbal argument with an 18-year-old woman turned violent. Police say the two acquaintances had a disagreement in a home in the 700 block of Johnstown Sunday night ...

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Though summer vacation has just started, organizers of the annual Saline County back to School fair are busy making plans. This year's Back to School Fair will be at a different location. It will be at Salina South High School, 730 E Magnolia Road, on July 21st. Among other things there will be dental screenings and K-12 ...

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As food insecurity remains a pressing challenge across the United States, including in Kansas, AAA is launching a nationwide giving and volunteer campaign in partnership with Feeding America to help meet the growing need. Beginning this week the grassroots effort aims to provide at least 4.5 million meals to individuals and families facing hunger through ...

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 The official 2026 “Stars, Stripes, and Summer Nights” Tri-Rivers Fair t-shirts are available. Fair officials say the shirts are designed to celebrate this year’s theme. These shirts are the perfect way to show your fair spirit and support local youth. Whether you’re a long-time fair-goer or joining for the first time, wearing a fair t-shirt helps build ...

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Saturday’s Symphony at Sunset D-Day Commemoration Concert capped off the concert series, and an amazing day in Abilene. The exhibit “Opening the Vault at the Presidential Libraries” celebrating America’s Semiquincentennial was on full display prior to the symphony performance. The exhibit runs through Sunday, July 5th, in the museum’s special gallery. This limited-time engagement brings national ...

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Salina Pride Fest 2026 at The Temple brought together residents and visitors from across the region for a weekend of celebration, connection, and community, marking the event's highest attendance to date. According to organizers, the festivities began Friday evening with a Drag Show fundraiser that welcomed more than 125 attendees. The event raised over $1,000 in ...

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Prepare for an unforgettable experience at the Smoky Hill River Festival’s “Epic Arts Party!” Here's everything you need to enhance your enjoyment and ensure a smooth experience. The Smoky Hill River Festival occurs in scenic Oakdale Park, one of Salina’s oldest and most beautiful spaces. To lessen the impact of more than 50,000 Festival-goers and provide ...